What this rig is all about: Rockfish are a species of fish that are prized for their white meat that is full of protein and an excellent source of vitamin D and potassium. Most rigging setups used to catch rockfish are just dropped down vertically from a boat or a kayak. The specific rock […]
What this rig is all about: Deep sea fishing for black sea bass requires a relatively strong rig, uses heavy leader line, and strong hooks. Black sea bass are not tackle shy, and the heavy rig will hold up well against underwater wrecks, structure as well as toothy predator fish. Read on to learn […]
What this rig is all about: Crappie are primarily a recreational freshwater fish that inhabit, primarily, the lakes and rivers in the southern/southeastern U.S. There is a specific technique that has been popular to land crappie called spider rigging and it is described by splaying out anywhere from 6-12 fishing rods off of a […]
Overview: Mussels are shellfish, specifically bivalves, that have an oblong shape and a dark black, blue, or green shell. And, they are delicious. You can harvest them naturally as they grow attached to rocks and structures near and in the water. This article will go over how, where, and when to harvest them and […]
What this rig is all about: Monkeyface eel, also known as the monkeyface prickleback, is a sought after coastal fish among amateur fisherman for their edible white meat. This rig will be for the technique of “poke poling” to catch the monkeyface eel. It’s a very simple yet effective setup and can be made […]
Overview: Harvesting wild clams is a great way to enjoy the outdoors while getting some sustenance out of it. This article will detail how you can dig for various clam species in the U.S., what the different species of clam are, and where you can find these species of clam. If you’re curious about […]
What this rig is all about: This rig will help you catch keeper-sized halibut anywhere from Florida to California. It’s very simple to rig up but it is effective and uses an artificial bait. In short, it is a drop shot rig. You do need to work the rig in a specific way to […]
What this rig is all about: Sturgeon are fish that are sought after for their delicious, pork-like meat. It tends to take a lot of patience, waiting, and monitoring to catch a sturgeon but the payoff is worth it. This guide will teach you how to setup a rig to maximize your chances of […]
What this rig is all about: This rig will help you catch keeper-sized California halibut while trolling from a small boat or kayak. It has been proven to catch halibut in waters anywhere from 10 to 30 feet deep. Continue reading to learn how you can rig it up and some tips on how to […]
What this rig is all about: If you don’t have any dead herring or squid ready, swim baits are the best option to target medium to large lingcod in California and the Pacific Northwest. Read on to learn about a great and convenient setup that will maximize your chances of landing a lingcod. Here […]